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One of the most beautiful islands in the Aegean, where traditional and modern culture blend harmoniously. Experience the charm of Tinos and its unique allure!

Tinos

Tinos, the Most Beautiful Island in Greece, has 62 wonderful mountain and coastal villages and many trails that exceed 150 kilometers in a hiking network that offer you a unique Cycladic experience. It is also famous for its unique beaches, Cycladic alleys and its wonderful products. More specifically, it has a multitude of beaches for all tastes, organized or unorganized, accessible by car and others only by boat.

Furthermore, the island has rich agricultural and livestock production. It produces barley, oats and wheat while vines, olives, capers, artichokes, lemon trees, figs and orange trees are cultivated. It is worth trying Tinian cheeses, lousa, sausage and the traditional furtalia.

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Top 10 most famous beaches of Tinos

Kolibithra
Pachia Ammos
Agios Romanos
Ormos Kardianis
Ormos Isternion
Kalivia
Agios Ioannis
Kionia
Livada
Lichnaftia

Activities in Tinos

The island has 62 wonderful mountain and coastal villages and many trails that exceed 150 kilometers in a hiking network that offer you a unique Cycladic experience. It is also famous for its unique beaches, Cycladic alleys and its wonderful products. More specifically, it has a multitude of beaches for all tastes, organized or unorganized, accessible by car and others only by boat.

Come to Tinos to live a unique experience that will be unforgettable! If you are a nature lover, Tinos offers the possibility for hiking and tours. You can explore the picturesque villages with their traditional cobbled streets, discover hidden archaeological sites and enjoy the panoramic view from the hills of the island. Be sure to visit the monastery of Kehropotamos, which is surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

For water sports enthusiasts, Tinos offers excellent opportunities for diving, fishing and underwater tourism. The crystal clear blue beaches invite you to enjoy the sun and the sea, while you can also engage in water sports such as kayaking and kitesurfing.

Top 5 Villages of Tinos

Pyrgos Tinou

Pyrgos is the largest village of Tinos, and one of the most picturesque spots of the Cyclades. Wander through picturesque cobblestones and the unique marble-paved one square, with the characteristic plane tree.

Dio Choria Tinou

Dio Choria (Two Villages) is a village located in the southern part of the island at an altitude of approximately 430 meters, offering a unique view of Tinos and the surrounding islands. They are distinguished by its position apart from the nearby islands of Mykonos, Delos and Rhenia and the more distant ones such as Naxos, Kythnos, Serifos and Paros,

Volakas – Volax of Tinos

Medieval Catholic village built at an altitude of 284 meters, on a small plateau in the middle of Tinos, surrounded by stones and large spherical granite rocks of volcanic origin. It has always been, and still is, the basket weaving village from which it lives.

Kardiani Tinou

Kardiani is a mountain village of Tinos and is located 3.5 km before Ysternia, on a steep slope, above the bay of the same name where the Kardiani beach or “Giannaki beach” is located. It has impressive architecture as most of the buildings in the village are made of marble. The five-story marble spire of the Catholic Church of Panagia Kiouras, the birthplace of the Virgin Mary, is characteristic. From this village came Agia Pelagia who envisioned the finding of the Holy Icon of Megalochari of Tinos.

Hysternia Tinou

Hysternia developed in the past mainly thanks to shipping and marble work. They were the second most important center of marble work in Tinos after Panormos, highlighting some of the greatest Greek sculptors such as Georgios Vitalis, Lazaros Phytalis, Lazaros Sochos, Antonios Sochos, Nikolaos Sochos and Hieronymos Kotsonis Archbishop of Athens and all Greece.

Churches and Pilgrimages in Tinos

Tinos is an island with a great religious tradition, numbering more than a thousand churches, scattered like satellites around the temple of Megalochari. They are parish, private or communal, Orthodox and Catholic, monastic or even “stray”, that is, the traces of those who built them have been lost, but they were “adopted” by residents of the area where they are located. The thousand churches are located on hilltops, in ravines, plains and ravines, in olive groves, groves of trees, on steep coasts and even on calm shores, in an area of 195 square kilometers. The equivalent for the island of Panagia is approximately one church per nine inhabitants!

Holy Church of Evangelistria Tinos (Panagia): In the city of Tinos, the Holy Church of Evangelistria, or Panagia Tinos, is one of the most important religious centers of Orthodoxy worldwide and the most frequent pilgrimage destination in Greece. It is known for its architectural beauty and is a pilgrimage for many believers.
Agia Marina: The church of Agia Marina is dedicated to the patron saint of sailors.
Agios Dimitrios: The church of Agios Dimitrios is located in the village of Pyrgos and is one of the oldest churches on the island, with unique architecture and historical value.

Monastery of Agia Pelagia: The Monastery of Kehrovouuni is about 500 meters from Arnados. The Monastery of the Dormition of the Virgin (Lady of the Angels) in Kehrovouni, Tinos. It is a female Monastery of the 10th century. The church dedicated to the Dormition of the Virgin has a wood-carved iconostasis of excellent art and beautiful frescoes, a museum also operates on site. The cell is preserved, where the Nun Pelagia lived, to whose vision the icon of Magalochari of Tinos was found.

Museums

Archaeological Museum of Tinos: Located on the main road of Chora that leads to the church of Panagia Evangelistria. One of the many works is the marble sundial of Andronikos from Kyristos is one of the most important finds of the museum (1st century BC), which many have been quick to characterize as an ancestor of the Antikythera mechanism. And this was located in the area of the sanctuary of Poseidon and calculated the solar time, the equinoxes as well as the solstices. This museum houses a collection of antiquities that reveal the history of Tinos from prehistoric times to the Roman era.

Museum of Marble Crafts: The Museum of Marble Crafts, in Pyrgos of Tinos, is a unique example of presenting the technology of marble, a material that holds a special place in the architecture and art of Greece, from antiquity to the present day. The permanent exhibition, which describes in detail and vividly the network of tools, equipment and techniques of marble work, emphasizes pre-industrial and proto-industrial Tinos, the most important modern Greek center of marble work. At the same time, it highlights the social and economic context in which the local workshops were developed.

Dovecotes

The dovecote is a peculiar structure that is also found in the Cyclades, mainly in Tinos and is a special attraction. Elaborately decorated on the outside, they are built in places protected from the wind and with an open space in front for the pigeons to roost, in the ravines, on the slopes, but always close to running water and springs. It is said that over 600 pigeon lofts exist throughout Tinos.

Caves in Tinos

In the Tinian landscape beyond its wild side with the rocks carved by the winds and raging waves there are unique caves handed over to time and natural phenomena, most of which are unexplored.

Festivals - Celebrations

The fairs in Tinos are not related to the trade fairs organized in the rest of Greece. The festival usually ends with a dance in the central square of the village. Men and women of all ages dance ball and trot to the sounds of local instruments, based on the violin. Local customs include the singer stopping the instruments and singing impromptu couplets, which usually praise the dancing skills of those in attendance. Good music, company and wine contribute to the exquisite mood for fun. Some of which are as follows:

Nightlife in Tinos – Unforgettable Evenings: The nightlife in Tinos has grown impressively in recent years, making the island a hotspot for those seeking entertainment. In the heart of Chora, you’ll find the most popular bars and cocktail spots, like the atmospheric Koursaros and Argonautis, where you can enjoy quality drinks in an authentic Cycladic setting. If you want to keep the night going with dancing and loud music until the early morning, Kaktos club, overlooking the harbor, is a must-visit. Beyond Chora, nightlife spreads to other parts of the island: beach bars like Alohari host live events and themed parties, while at Kolymbithra you can combine surfing and beachside fun.
👉 Extra tip: Before planning your holidays in Tinos, check out the Tinos Festival program, which fills the island every summer with concerts, exhibitions, and cultural events. Click here

Traditional cuisine of Tinos

In the Tinian landscape beyond its wild side with the rocks carved by the winds and raging waves there are unique caves handed over to time and natural phenomena, most of which are unexplored.

Taste

Important Information for Your Holidays in Tinos

Tinos is an island that combines comfort and tradition, making your summer holidays carefree and unforgettable. In the main town (Chora), you’ll find everything you need: supermarkets, bakeries, banks, gas stations, and pharmacies. There’s also a health center on the island for any emergencies. Many of the picturesque villages also have small grocery stores where you can pick up essentials before heading to the beach.

Accommodation in Tinos

Tinos offers a wide variety of accommodation options, from luxurious villas and boutique hotels to affordable rental rooms and traditional guesthouses. Whether you stay in Chora or one of the many charming villages, you will enjoy authentic Cycladic atmosphere combined with modern comforts.

Useful Phone Numbers for Tinos

Tinos Port Authority: +30 22830 22220
Tinos Health Center: +30 22833 60000
Tinos Citizen Service Center (KEP): +30 22833 60301
Tinos Bus (KTEL): +30 22830 22440
Tinos Tourist Police: +30 22830 23670
Police: 100

Getting Around Tinos

To explore every corner of the island, you can use local buses, taxis, or bring your own vehicle. If you’re not traveling with your own car, you can easily rent a car or motorbike on the island, giving you the freedom to visit even the most remote villages and beaches.

Ferry Schedules and Tickets to Tinos

Tinos is well-connected to Athens with frequent ferry routes departing from the ports of Rafina, Piraeus, and sometimes Lavrio.

Rafina – Tinos: The fastest route, taking 2–4 hours depending on the vessel.
Piraeus – Tinos: At least one daily departure, around 4.5 hours travel time.
Lavrio – Tinos: Weekly departures, slightly over 4 hours journey.

Island Hopping from Tinos

Tinos is the perfect base for island hopping, with direct ferry connections to nearby Cycladic islands such as Andros, Mykonos, Syros, Naxos, Paros, Santorini, Ios, as well as to islands in the North Aegean like Ikaria and Samos. Check the route map at the next paragraph to see all available connections and plan your perfect Aegean adventure!

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